Senior Project Architect

KFA reshapes LA by designing great places where people flourish. At KFA, we believe design should be a synthesis of beauty, context, marketability, and sensibility. We are a team of creative problem solvers and great collaborators. Our work is focused on communities; we specialize in multi-family housing but have a passion for those projects that contribute to thriving neighborhoods, including hospitality, adaptive reuse, and community centers.

KFA has been recognized as one of LA’s best places to work by the Los Angeles Business Journal, and was a previous recipient of the Firm of the Year award by the AIA California Council.

KFA is seeking energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and critical thinkers. A good fit at KFA is an individual that has a desire for professional growth, demonstrates interest in both the design and technical parts of the profession, has an eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic. Join our collaborative design practice as a Senior Project Architect to work on inspiring and significant projects in and around Los Angeles, California.

• Supervise and lead the execution of the design throughout the project;
• Supervise and lead technical project coordination with consultant team;
• Communicate frequently and clearly with the project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials in collaboration with the project manager;
• Bring concerns, problems and proposed solutions to the project manager;
• Lead projects independently while guiding and managing internal production workflow and team. Plan and implement goals and resources to meet project schedule and milestones;
• Create details that reflect the design intent of the project;
• Perform work in a timely manner to meet the project schedule;
• Support, direct and mentor junior staff;
• Interface with clients regularly to align expectations and drive the project forward;
• Coordinate and participate in project design efforts.

• 12+ years of relevant experience (min 5 years experience in multi-family residential)
• Licensure required;
• Completion of five
  -year accredited architectural program or graduate of four-year architectural program;
• Knowledge of Type I, III, & V construction;
• Experience in mixed-use, community and/or multi-family residential projects preferred;
• Strong management and organization;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Previous experience in a leadership role, guiding and supporting junior staff
• Ability to advance a project through all phases of production from early conceptual design through Construction Administration
• Ability to multitask on multiple concurrent projects
• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam Revu, Sketch Up, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator);
• Advanced knowledge of building codes, industry standards, building construction, and building structures with the ability to layout a code compliant fit plan;
• Experience in Construction Administration;
• Ability to work independently on architectural design projects.

This is a full-time position.

At KFA, we encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401k and annual performance bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work environment
• Reimbursement for California State Architectural License dues
• AIA membership for employees with a California State Architectural License
• Transportation subsidy for taking public transit, carpooling, biking, walking to work
• Fitness stipend
• Wellness events
• Pet-friendly
• Professional development opportunities through office mentorship program & monthly educational seminars
• Regular social events

KFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Compensation is based upon experience and the estimated range is $120,000 - $140,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits.